Lower Rose Canyon

SYCAMORE CREEK - TR· Pima, Arizona· Built 1958· Gravity· 41 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Lower Rose Canyon is classified as low hazard in Arizona. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 70.4% in AZ)
Dam Length188 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage145 acre-ft
Normal Storage117 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge728 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDAZ00132

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 1, 2013
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES

Ownership

ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Rose Canyon?

Lower Rose Canyon is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lower Rose Canyon?

Lower Rose Canyon is owned by ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lower Rose Canyon built?

Lower Rose Canyon was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Lower Rose Canyon?

Lower Rose Canyon serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lower Rose Canyon?

Lower Rose Canyon has a dam height of 41 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Lower Rose Canyon last inspected?

Lower Rose Canyon was last inspected on November 1, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.